El-Sayed challenges Trump to come to Michigan to tell voters why they should ‘imagine you on the ballot’: ‘Your candidate can’t speak for himself’ "I dare you to come." We Got This Covered · 16h ago
Michigan is a battleground in 2026: An open Senate seat after Sen. Gary Peters' retirement has both parties fighting for it all in US midterm elections Michigan's open Senate seat becomes highly contested with Democrat Abdul El-Sayed and Republican Mike Rogers. El-Sayed focuses on healthcare reform, advocating for Medicare for All and reducing medical debt. Conversely, Rogers emphasizes restoring manufacturing jobs and better managing costs for essential goods. Analysts highlight the race as a reflection of… The Economic Times · 21h ago
The one GOP incumbent who’s poised to defy the odds in midterms bloodbath ELECTIONS 2026: Susan Collins might be the one Republican who survives a GOP electoral bloodbath, Eric Garcia writes, defying the old saw, 'As goes Maine, so goes the nation' The Independent UK · Oct 5
Obama to appear at Abdul El-Sayed rally in critical Michigan Senate race Former president to visit 10 days before election day as victory for progressive challenger could tip Senate balance The Guardian - US · Oct 5
Vance wants voters to ‘give us another chance’. But he is cornered The vice-president’s recent remarks seek to maintain a posture of strength while they inadvertently expose political realities The Guardian - US · Oct 5
Trump Critics in GOP Face 'Dirty Diaper' Jibe as Midterm Tensions Rise Over Iran War Donald Trump Iran war tensions are creating pressure inside the Republican Party as candidates address fuel prices and midterm election concerns. International Business Times UK · Sep 25
At the Races: Pivot time for Republicans Welcome to At the Races! Each week we bring you news and analysis from the CQ Roll Call campaign team. Know someone who’d like to get this newsletter? They can subscribe here. By Mary Ellen McIntire, Daniela Altimari and Niels Lesniewski With 40 days to go before Election Day, some Republicans are… Roll Call · Sep 24
Kamala Harris backs Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan: Why her call for Democratic unity matters ahead of the 2026 midterms Kamala Harris visited Michigan to rally support for Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed, emphasizing the necessity of Democratic unity. She stressed the critical role of voter participation to diminish Donald Trump’s impact. El-Sayed must enhance his appeal to diverse communities, particularly Black and Jewish voters. Harris's goal is to strengthen ties… The Economic Times · Sep 23
9 Senate races that could decide the 2026 midterm elections as Republicans fight to hold their majority and Democrats target key battleground seats The 2026 Senate race is narrowing around a handful of states where one seat could change the balance in Washington. Republicans hold 53 seats, while Democrats need four net gains for control. From Alaska's unusual ballot to Ohio's comeback fight, these contests offer the clearest look at where the Senate… The Economic Times · Sep 23
Republicans dump cash into red states as they try to hold the line against Democrats in the midterms Republicans are entering the final stretch of the US midterms on the defensive, pouring money into traditionally red states as voter anger over living costs, fuel prices and the Iran war weighs on the party. Some GOP candidates are distancing themselves from Trump on immigration and foreign policy, while Democrats… The Economic Times · Sep 23
Kamala Harris says midterms could be a 'stopgap' on Trump's turbulent 2nd presidency Kamala Harris appealed to Michigan voters to support Democrat Abdul El-Sayed in the upcoming midterm elections. During her visit, Harris emphasized the importance of voter turnout and unity among Democrats. El-Sayed, who faces Republican Mike Rogers, aims to consolidate support from diverse voter demographics in his campaign. They discussed critical… The Economic Times · Sep 23
Kamala Harris returns to Michigan to campaign for Abdul El-Sayed for Senate Former VP, who lost state to Trump in 2024 elections, is lending her popularity to unite fractured party The Guardian - US · Sep 22
El-Sayed leads Mike Rogers by a 7-point margin in Michigan Senate race, latest survey reveals The demographic breakdown is the real deal. We Got This Covered · Sep 22
Trump says administration is weighing diesel export restrictions A diesel export ban is gaining steam as a possible lever the White House can pull, without the need for congressional action, to help contain skyrocketing prices that are causing economic shock waves and becoming a midterm campaign headache for Republicans. President Donald Trump said Tuesday that he personally supports… Roll Call · Sep 22
The Independent UK · Sep 22 Devastating news for Trump as poll shows how Americans really feel about Iran war Dismal polling on Iran and cost of living concerns drag down Trump as well as vulnerable GOP candidates
The Guardian - US · Sep 22 In Michigan, Abdul El-Sayed’s candidacy has split the Jewish community The Democratic Senate nominee’s views on Israel and comments after a synagogue attack prompted a public debate among Jewish voters
The Guardian - US · Sep 20 Leftists make waves and Trump flexes muscles: US primary season takeaways Candidates have been selected for November’s midterms – have Republicans and Democrats made the right choices?
The Independent UK · Sep 18 Trump appeared in just 12 of more than 500 Republican TV ads ahead of the midterms: report GOP candidates focusing on attacking Democrats rather than championing president’s record as his deep unpopularity begins to tell
The Economic Times · Sep 17 Trump’s Canada trade war puts Republican Senate candidates in Michigan, Maine in a bind Republican candidates face challenges balancing President Trump's trade policies and voter concerns. Michigan and Maine economies are closely tied to Canadian trade, raising stakes for Senate races. Senator Susan Collins criticizes tariffs, while candidate Mike Rogers supports the president's approach. Canada's retaliatory tariffs aim to exert political pressure on the…
We Got This Covered · Sep 16 Mike Rogers skipped Tuesday’s debate over alleged moderator bias. So Abdul El-Sayed called him a ‘coward’ on local TV: ‘It tells you who he is’ Sayed also pointed to Rogers’ appearance in Dallas.
We Got This Covered · Sep 15 Tucker Carlson backs Democrat Abdul El-Sayed, Slams Republican Mike Rogers: ‘Unfit to Serve’ Carlson says El-Sayed is "obviously right."
The Independent UK · Sep 14 Tucker Carlson stuns Republicans by backing Democrat in key Senate race IN FULL
The Independent UK · Sep 13 Tucker Carlson backs Democrat Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan Senate race Mike Rogers is ‘unfit to serve’, right-wing commentator writes, after wave of Islamophobic abuse against El-Sayed and Zohran Mamdani over 9/11
The Guardian - US · Sep 12 Calls for Democrats to be shot go unchallenged at Republican convention Crowd member repeatedly said some Democrats ‘should be shot’ during Ted Cruz’s speech, without senator responding
The Independent UK · Sep 12 Trump’s $5,000 ‘bribe’ to Americans is no match for Republicans’ plummeting polling ANALYSIS: Donald Trump’s last-ditch midterms pitch to voters comes as Republican candidates are falling behind in polling red-purple states, writes John Bowden